Best 4 Delia Smith Roasted Vegetable Couscous Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with Delia Smith's roasted vegetable couscous, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish showcases a vibrant array of roasted vegetables, including carrots, courgettes, red peppers, and cherry tomatoes, each bursting with natural sweetness and smoky undertones. The vegetables are perfectly complemented by the fluffy and aromatic couscous, cooked to perfection in a flavorful vegetable stock.

This recipe is a delightful blend of simplicity and sophistication, making it perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions. With its vibrant colors and enticing aromas, roasted vegetable couscous is sure to impress your family and friends.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes variations and additional recipes to cater to different dietary preferences and tastes. For those seeking a vegan option, there's a variation that uses vegetable stock instead of chicken stock. If you're looking for a heartier meal, try adding grilled chicken or roasted chickpeas to the mix. And for those with a sweet tooth, there's a delightful recipe for roasted vegetable couscous with dried fruit and nuts.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article has something for everyone. With its detailed instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to create a delicious and satisfying roasted vegetable couscous dish that will become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEAT SHEET ROASTED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS



Cheat Sheet Roasted Vegetable Couscous image

Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup small broccoli florets (from about 1/2 head)
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch rounds (about 1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 1 cup)
1/2 yellow onion, cut into 3/4-inch large dice (about 1 cup)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 cups chicken stock
One 15.5-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup couscous
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, for serving
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Toss the broccoli florets, carrots, bell pepper and onion together with 2 tablespoons olive oil and some salt and pepper and spread out in an even layer on a sheet tray. Roast until the vegetables are softened slightly and browned, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepot. Sprinkle the chickpeas and couscous in an even layer on top of the vegetables, drizzle with the remaining tablespoon oil and sprinkle with some salt and pepper. Pour the boiling stock over the top of the couscous and vegetables and cover with aluminum foil. Let sit until the couscous is cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the foil and fluff the couscous with a fork. Sprinkle with the red pepper flakes, drizzle lemon juice over the top and garnish with the mint leaves.
  • To reheat the couscous before serving, cover with foil and place in a 350 degree F oven for 10 minutes.

ROASTED VEGETABLE COUSCOUS SALAD WITH HARISSA-STYLE DRESSING



Roasted Vegetable Couscous Salad With Harissa-style Dressing image

The combination of goats' cheese and roasted vegetables on a cool bed of couscous mixed with salad leaves and a spicy dressing is positively fabulous.

Provided by BonnieZ

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 small eggplant
2 medium zucchini
1 lb cherry tomatoes, skinned
1 small red pepper, de-seeded and cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm)
1 small fennel bulb, chopped
1 large onion, sliced and cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm)
2 fat garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, torn so that they stay quite visible
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 ounces pitted black olives, chopped
1 tablespoon capers, drained
salt & freshly ground black pepper
10 ounces medium couscous
18 fluid ounces vegetable stock
4 ounces firm goat cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces mixed salad greens or 3 ounces baby greens
4 fluid ounces extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons tomato puree
4 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)
1 tablespoon black onion seeds

Steps:

  • First prepare the roasted vegetables: prepare the eggplant and zucchini ahead of time by cutting them into 1 inch (2.5 cm) dice, leaving the skins on. Then toss the dice in a level teaspoon of salt and pack them into a colander with a plate on top and a heavy weight on top of the plate. Leave them on one side for an hour so that some of the bitter juices drain out. After that, squeeze out any juices left, and dry the dice thoroughly in a clean cloth. Preheat the oven to gas mark 9, 475°F (240°C).
  • Now arrange the eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes, pepper, fennel and onion in the roasting pan or sheet pan, sprinkle with the crushed garlic, basil and olive oil, toss everything around in the oil to get a good coating and season with salt and pepper. Place the pan on the highest shelf of the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the vegetables are toasted brown at the edges.
  • When the vegetables are done, remove them from the oven and stir in the chopped olives and the capers then remove them to a plate to cool.
  • When you're ready to assemble the salad, first place the couscous in a large, heatproof bowl, then pour the boiling stock over it, add some salt and pepper, stir it with a fork, then leave on one side for 5 minutes, by which time it will have absorbed all the stock and softened.
  • Meanwhile cut the cheese into sugar cube-sized pieces. Make up the dressing by whisking all the ingredients together in a bowl, then pour into a serving container. To serve the salad, place the couscous in a large, wide salad bowl and gently fork in the cubes of cheese along with the roasted vegetables. Next arrange the salad leaves on top and, just before serving, drizzle a little of the dressing over the top followed by a sprinkling of onion seeds and pass the rest of the dressing around separately.

COUSCOUS SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES -- DELIA SMITH



Couscous Salad With Roasted Vegetables -- Delia Smith image

From Delia Smith's TV series "Summertime". This recipe is most forgiving. If you want to stretch it to serve more, add more roasted veggies. It makes a hearty summer lunch, a great starter, a filling winter side dish paired with warm soup.

Provided by Ciocia Laura

Categories     Greens

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 ounces couscous
18 ounces vegetable stock
assorted roasted vegetables, as desired
1 fennel bulb, roasted and fronds reserved
4 ounces goats' spreadable cheese with garlic and herbs or 4 ounces feta
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 tablespoons lime juice
4 ounces olive oil
4 tablespoons roasted cumin seeds
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 head lettuce
3 cups mesclun
1 cup spinach
1 tablespoon nigella seeds (kalonji)

Steps:

  • Roast desired vegetables in hot oven, 400°F.
  • Toast cumin seeds in hot, heavy pan. Remove to mortar and pestle when toasted. Grind as desired.
  • Prepare couscous by covering couscous with hot vegetable stock.
  • While couscous is plumping, prepare dressing by mixing tomato paste, lime juice, olive oil, cumin seeds and cayenne.
  • Arrange layer of greens on large plate.
  • Arrange roasted vegetables plus fennel over greens.
  • Scatter blobs of goats' cheese over vegetables.
  • Arrange remaining greens and scatter fennel fronds over the top.
  • Sprinkle with nigella seeds.
  • Dress salad at the table.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.9, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 71.8, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 6.4

ROASTED VEG & COUSCOUS SALAD



Roasted veg & couscous salad image

Throw together a filling and fragrant couscous salad for a vegetarian lunchbox meal, or double it for a buffet

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Main course, Side dish

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 red and 1 yellow pepper , halved and deseeded
½ butternut squash
2 courgettes , thickly sliced
4 garlic cloves , leave skin on
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion , thickly sliced
1 tsp cumin seeds
1 tbsp harissa paste
50g whole blanched almonds
250g couscous
300ml hot vegetable stock
zest and juice 1 lemon
20g pack mint , roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut peppers and squash into bite-size pieces (leave skin on the squash). Tip all the veg into a baking tray, add garlic, 2 tbsp oil and seasoning, then mix and roast for 20 mins. Add onion, cumin, harissa and almonds. Roast for another 20 mins, then cool.
  • Put couscous into a large bowl, pour over the stock, cover, then set aside for 10 mins. Fluff up with a fork.
  • In a bowl, mix zest, juice and remaining oil. Squeeze garlic pulp from skins into the bowl, mash well and fold in the mint. Pour over the veg, then toss with the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 58 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.86 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose firm vegetables for roasting, such as carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform sizes so that they cook evenly.
  • Toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.
  • Roast the vegetables at a high temperature (400°F or 200°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the couscous according to the package instructions.
  • Once the vegetables and couscous are cooked, combine them in a large bowl.
  • Add any additional ingredients you desire, such as fresh herbs, nuts, or seeds.
  • Season the couscous with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the roasted vegetable couscous warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Delia Smith's roasted vegetable couscous is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. The roasted vegetables add a sweet and savory flavor to the couscous, while the fresh herbs and nuts add a pop of color and flavor. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

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